Senior Manager, Requirements & Capabilities, Networked Weapons (Remote)

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Date Posted: 2026-08-26 Country: United States of America Location: US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-105 ~ 400 Collins Rd NE ~ BLDG 105 Position Role Type: Remote U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date.​ U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance​ Security Clearance Type: Secret - Current Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required on day 1 At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world. Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense. Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio, and expertise to solve customers’ toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market. Collins is looking to hire a Senior Business Development Manager for its Multi-Domain Datalink Solutions portfolio within our C4IA business. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in US Department of Defense (DoD) networked weapons development programs. This position will require interfacing with weapons prime contractors, US Navy, Air Force, Army, Marine Corps, and international weapons developers. Candidate will have a thorough understanding of program requirements development, funding processes, and be comfortable interacting with guided and networked weapons subject matter experts. Position is located in Cedar Rapids, IA however candidate can work 100% Remote. What You Will Do The successful candidate will work with a team (cross-functional and cross-enterprise) of business development and marketing professionals in conjunction with program management and engineering leads, to identify, influence, pursue and capture new business in the portfolio Day to day activity includes responsibility for identifying, developing, forecasting, and capturing new opportunities and customers Continually scans environment for business and strategic growth opportunities Be a trusted source of information for new and upcoming weapons development activities Develop and present compelling strategic and business growth opportunities that may include market and competitive analysis to senior internal stakeholders Develops and maintains customer insight for early identification and shaping of customer requirements and our internal investment and strategies Interacts with senior internal and external personnel on significant matters, often requiring coordination between organizations Normally receives minimal supervision on day-to-day work and general instructions on new assignments Travel up to 50% may be required Qualifications You Must Have Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 10 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years of experience or in absence of a degree, 14 years of relevant experience. Active and transferable U.S. government issued Secret Security Clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance Experience identifying and capturing new business involving guided weapons systems Experience with the development of concept of operations for guided/networked weapon systems Experience developing compelling strategic and business growth opportunities and briefing them to senior internal and external stakeholders Experience identifying solutions in a fast-paced environment where requirements are loosely defined Qualifications We Prefer Active US Top Secret Security Clearance preferred Previous work experience working for a guided weapon system prime contractor Significant guided weapon concept of operation development experience Direct experience employing or planning for the use of guided weapons within the US DoD What We Offer: Some of our competitive benefits packages include: Medical, dental, and vision insurance. Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees. Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate. employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option. Tuition reimbursement program. Student Loan Repayment Program. Life insurance and disability coverage. Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection. Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits. Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning. Adoption Assistance. Autism Benefit. Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions. Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program. Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits. Bright Horizons, child, and elder care services. Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program. And more! Learn More & Apply Now! Do you want to be a part of something bigger? A team whose impact stretches across the world, and even beyond? At Collins Aerospace, our Mission Systems team helps civilian, military and government customers complete their most complex missions — whatever and wherever they may be. Our customers depend on us for intelligent and secure communications, missionized systems fo